GitHub Copilot Enables Seamless Session Handoff from Mobile and Web Apps to VS Code
Developers can now transfer ongoing Copilot agent sessions directly into VS Code without losing context. Conversation history, proposed code edits, and working states automatically carry over to the desktop editor.
GitHub has introduced a new feature allowing developers to transition active GitHub Copilot agent sessions from the mobile or web app directly into Visual Studio Code. This capability ensures that technical discussions, code generation attempts, and context built outside the primary desktop environment carry over smoothly into the local editor.
Primary source
Open GitHub Blog ↗This article summarizes the source. Check the original for full details and conditions.
Comparison
| Aspect | Before / Alternative | After / This |
|---|---|---|
| Context preservation during switch | Manual re-entry of prompt history and context in VS Code | Automatic handoff of conversation history and code changes |
Action Checklist
- Start an agent session in the GitHub Copilot app Session context builds as you interact on web or mobile
- Transition the active session directly into VS Code Verify that conversation history and proposed edits load completely
